CEO Pay

James P. Torgerson, chief executive of The United Illuminating Co. and its parent company, took home more money last year than he did in 2012, according to regulatory filings. In 2013, Torgerson made $3.8 million in his salary, incentive pay, stock awards and other compensation, a category that includes pay for unused vacation, financial planning services, and a parking allowance. He made $2.4 million in 2012. In addition to his pay last year, the company awarded Torgerson, 61, stock awards that at their current value are worth more than $1.5 million. The ultimate value of the stock awards will depend on how well the company's stock performs, and they will only vest if certain...

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James P. Torgerson, chief executive of The United Illuminating Co. and its parent company, took home more money last year than he did in 2012, according to regulatory filings.
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